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Yarra Valley Historical Homestead

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A two-story house with a red roof, a covered porch, and a gravel driveway.
A covered outdoor area with a wooden bench, a table, and chairs, surrounded by greenery.
A living room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a chair, a fireplace, and a door leading to another room.
A living room with a leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with curtains.
A corner room with a dining table and chairs, large windows, and a tripod.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Wandin East, Victoria
  • Place, Tesselaar's Bulbs and Flowers
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Dandenong Ranges National Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Dandenongs
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Wandin East, this vacation home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Yellingbo Nature Conservation Reserve and within a 10-minute drive of Whispering Hills Vineyard. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Yellingbo Nature Conservation Reserve - 6 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Tesselaar's Bulbs and Flowers - 7 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 8 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Dandenongs - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Killara Park Estate - 9 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Belgrave Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yarra Valley Deli - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Woori Yallock Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Edison Bakehouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Carriage Café Seville - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Yarra Ranges Estate - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Yarra Valley Historical Homestead

Escape to the charming Yarra Valley and experience the beauty of Kimbell Hill, a stunning historical homestead dating back to 1888.
With its period features, including extra high ceilings, baltic floors, and floor to ceiling sash windows, you'll be transported back in time while you enjoy the breathtaking valley views.
The self-contained wing available for guests is incredibly spacious, featuring a full kitchen, formal lounge/dining room, library/study/sitting room, family/rumpus room, and two extra-large bedrooms with queen size beds. There is reverse cycle heating/cooling and also cosy wood heaters for your comfort.
The surrounding 10-acre farmlet is home to resident horses and other farm animals, making it the perfect rural retreat.
Explore the local wineries and orchards, or simply relax and take in the stunning scenery.
With your own driveway and separate parking, you'll have all the privacy you need.
Book your stay at Kimbell Hill today and experience the magic of this historical gem.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Wandin East, close to Olinda Falls, National Rhododendron Gardens, and Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens. You'll also find Dandenongs and Tesselaar's Bulbs and Flowers within a short drive.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Yarra Valley Historical Homestead?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a smart TV, and a kitchen.

Are there hot tubs at Yarra Valley Historical Homestead?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Yarra Valley Historical Homestead Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Samantha M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wish we’d had more time

A delightful retreat. A home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Warren J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family wine tour

This properry was perfect for a cosy night by the fite after a days wine tasting. Vast house space and perfect for our adult fam of 4. Highly recommend...
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Heather C.

Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Was good to have a big enough property to stay in next door to relatives.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

Those views!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful night at Kimbell Hill. The house is amazing with loads of old world charm. Wish we had stayed longer. Just beautiful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jacob E.

Beautiful scenic facing home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property has a great view, the house is spacious, fully stocked with everything we needed, it was a comfortable lovely stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Don G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A huge 1883 historic home full of charm, stylish old furniture and glorious views over the valley. 90% was fabulous about our stay. The house could use a bit of TLC as some light globes needed changing, a few cobwebs and dirty old outdoor furniture. Look past that and it’s a special place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026